The Wedlock Series: The Lost Hymn of Demeter 

Kerry O. Furlani’s ‘The Lost Hymn of Demeter’ presents us with a tableau rich in ancient symbolism. The figure of Demeter, adorned with a sheaf of wheat—an emblem of agriculture and life—immediately connects us to the ancient world of Greek myth, where she is the goddess of the harvest. The serpent coiled in her lap is more than just a reptile; it is an age-old symbol of transformation, healing, and rebirth. This motif transcends time, echoing through the caduceus of Hermes in antiquity to its modern usage in medicine. The same serpent, shedding its skin, reappears in countless cultures, embodying renewal. Its presence alongside Demeter could suggest her regenerative powers over the earth. These are not mere illustrations but powerful forces engaging with our collective unconscious. They awaken primal memories of life, death, and the cyclical nature of existence, resonating with us on a profoundly deep, subconscious level.